Overview

The BSc in Geology (Hons) at University of St Andrews emphasises the origin and chemistry of rocks and minerals, geological mapping, and the processes and events that have shaped the rock record.

Teaching provides training in the formation of sediments, minerals, and rocks and their interaction with the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere, using fundamentals of chemistry, physics, and biology to build a deep understanding of the Earth.

Applied industrial training will introduce you to the skills and knowledge required by the oil, gas, and mining industries, and research projects will allow you to undertake independent field mapping, supported by rock and mineral analysis.

Careers

The School is proactive in developing career opportunities, and career activities are provided for all students from first year onwards. There is a wide variety of career options for Geology graduates in the energy, natural resources, and environmental sectors. For some graduates, it is a stepping stone to pursuing postgraduate education and research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geological Mapping

Processes and Products in Sedimentary Systems

Sedimentary Systems

Geochemistry

Petroleum Exploration and Geophysics

Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

Structural Geology and Tectonics

Magmatic Ore Deposits

Global Biogeochemical Cycles

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

76

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Geology View 110 other Bachelors in Geology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

76

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Other requirements

General requirements

AAAB, including at least two sciences from the following:

Biology or Human Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Mathematics
Physics.

GCE A-Levels AAB, including at least two sciences from the following:

Biology or Human Biology
Chemistry
Geography
Geology
Mathematics
Physics.

IB points:36, including HL6 in at least two sciences from the following:

Biology
Chemistry
Computing Science or equivalent
Geography
Geology
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31670 GBP / year

≈ 31670 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland / Channel Islands, Isle of Man: £9,535.

Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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